Phil and Kathleen Cooke
Founders
As the founders of Cooke Pictures, Phil and Kathleen Cooke have assembled a remarkable team of forward thinking media professionals that span every phase of traditional and emerging media. CNN's Paula Zahn has called Phil the only working producer in Hollywood with a Ph.D. in Theology. Kathleen's experience in front of the camera as a commercial actress, casting director, and interviewer bring balance to their media perspective. As producers and media strategists, Phil and Kathleen lead a team that advises many of the largest and most effective non-profit and faith-based social media organizations in the world. The Cooke's enjoy educating others with the power of niche media and speak nationally and internationally at workshops, seminars, and conferences. Cooke Pictures' consulting clients include a virtual "who's who" in the faith-based and non-profit niche markets.
Matthew Koppin
Head of Production
Matthew Koppin is an accomplished producer, director, and editor with a wide-array of experience in both the worlds of corporate commercials/music videos and independent documentary filmmaking. His creative curiosity has allowed him to dive into stories both historic and controversial. With several award-winning short films, Matthew is a filmmaker with a passion for producing impacting message films. Matthew graduated from Biola University with a BA in Film/Television Production and has worked with several commercial entities including Team One Advertising, Mpower Pictures, Heart of a Horse Productions, and Attitude Is Altitude over the years. He now joins the ranks at Cooke Pictures as our Head of Production with enthusiasm and a passion to continue creating exceptional media content.
Mandy Sauerlender
Client Coordinator
Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, Mandy made the trek to Southern California in pursuit of a career in film production, and in hopes of catching a few of those California rays. As a graduate of Biola University with a degree in Film Production and a minor in Business Administration, she has worked on over twenty indie films in various capacities, including numerous producing roles on award winning short films, as well as two in-studio TV shows. Mandy is enthusiastic about the opportunity to coordinate with our clients and assist in the production of quality, passion driven media (and keep Phil's life on track of course!)
Brad Knull
Senior Producer | Director
It’s been more than fifteen years since Brad Knull first cut his teeth in the fast-paced world of music videos. Since that time he has become a seasoned creative professional with extensive experiences in all facets of production from feature films to commercial spots, live events, political work, national television specials and everything in between. His deep expertise in creative development, emotional storytelling, and innovative approaches have made him a writer/producer/dp/director/editor that is in high demand with a variety of Fortune 50 companies as well as high profile faith based clientele. As a founding member of Blue Yonder Films, Brad produced the Sundance Festival feature film selection Chillicothe and continues to explore the craft of filmmaking through his current Documentary project, “House of Love” shot on location in Thailand.
Chandra Hope
Producer | Editor | Motion Graphics
Chandra first got the taste for film and television while on a mission’s trip to Nepal and India. After shooting footage of the experience she sat (and slept) in an edit bay for weeks. That fun project turned into a life passion and a B.A. in TV/Film from Vanguard University. An Internship at BMG Entertainment introduced her to print and digital media design which she later used developing media content and promotional pitches for clients such as Cisco, GM, and Microsoft. Since that time, she has also worked with a wide range of religious ministry & humanitarian organizations. Chandra loses her car keys but will never lose her passion for post-production and design. She strives to be her best and eats, sleeps and dreams in RGB, and finds that a good render makes for a happy day.
In Memory of
Maggie Mae
Vice President of Morale
Trusty, loyal, and slightly off center, Maggie Mae gives the office a much needed jolt of inspiration and is our Executive in Charge of Morale, Recreation, and Chewing. After all, every employee needs to throw sticks now and then, and Maggie is there to bring them back without fail.
Sure she has a few weird habits, (although her salary and benefit packages are pretty cheap), but the best thing about Maggie is that she thinks every project is fantastic, and every client is her best friend.
...and where else can you find that kind of pal?
